Fun, good energy and vibes. The unique sporty decor gives a warm, inviting, personal touch. All the…read moretables were a tad sticky which was not surprising but felt kinda gross. The staff were friendly. There were so many levels of seating which included long bench/tables accommodating for groups. Wings were great! The sweet Lou's were VERY sweet! They had a strong caramelized brown sugar flavor. Hot wings were vinegary and spicy. Tater tots were perfectly fried. Great bar food and wings. Would definitely visit again!

BuffaLouie's was a fun place to go, with a lively college atmosphere. You order your food and beer…read moreat the counter, and they bring it to your table. The staff were amazing, and the beer was flowing. The menu covers the basics--wings, burgers, and fries--which fit the setting perfectly. A great spot to grab a bite and enjoy the college-town energy.

The famous Sample Gates of Indiana University are just right down the street from Nick's English…read moreHut in Bloomington. Next year Nick's will turn 100 years old!!! An amazing success! Greek immigrant Nick Hrisomalos started Nick's. Nick's "Sink the Biz" fries have Nick's spices sprinkled on them along with Romano cheese and a great garlic mayo to dip them in! The Stromboli is incredible! Lots of flavor, great bread, meat, cheese yum!!! Oh, and the bread and butter pickles on the side are delicious too! The inside is really cool! Lots of booths always a plus, I U memorabilia, TV's playing sports, a bar, all in a very warm and inviting down home college hang out. I took home one of their great glass mugs. Took a keychain home also on the at out. Just nice friendly staff in a great college town. Oh, I will say I don't like mushrooms but on the way out we saw a plate of breaded mushrooms and my goodness they were huge and looked good. I might've tried one. Ha

NICK'S ENGLISH HUT IN BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA IS NOSTALGIC…read more============================== I attended a parent's cocktail party about nine years ago when I visited IU during the student orientation for my son. I had fun, had a beer and collected a Nick's Hut glass jar/glass. Fast forward nine years and my son and daughter-in-law had their "Welcome Party" the evening before their wedding on Friday, June 19, 2026. This was after their wedding rehearsal and dinner elsewhere. We had a great time on the second floor that was totally reserved for our big group. They had more food, beer and other beverages as well. Kind of cool to attend events before my son started college and years later.

This is a bar that is designed for mass consumption of cheap alcohol, black-out drunk undergrads…read moreand food that was cooked in a kitchen that has never been seen by a health inspector. And it is pure perfection. My wife and I stopped by after a campus tour to watch some World Cup footy. It was in the summer and during the week, so besides us, only the die-hard alcoholics were there. We ordered a quick beer and vodka tonic. When the bar tab came to an overwhelming $4.00, we were politely informed that it was $2.00 Tuesday. We then ordered another round. The staff was pleasant but were probably not at the university on scholarship. I wouldn't feed anything coming out of the kitchen to my dog, but I would go back again. Don't wear nice shoes, bring plenty of singles to tip your bartender, and watch out for the 20-year olds with their selfie sticks. Gonna be a fun one!

This location has been a popular spot in Bloomington since the late '90s. If you haven't been…read morethere, it's definitely worth checking out. There's always something going on.

Hubby and I made a stop in for a beer. There is a huge tap beer selection, plenty of seating and…read morestaff is great. We did not stay for dinner, but there's a huge menu selection of food available.

The Tap was a good spot!!! They had tons of beer options that they brew in house. We loved the…read moremexican lager! We both ordered wraps and fries. These fries were AMAZING. I'm not a big fry lover, but I loved these. The wrap was just okay. They forgot to put dressing in it, so I had to ask for a side and then dip my wrap in it. The chicken in it came crispy and had a healthy amount of cheese which I was a fan of. We went on a Friday late afternoon & it wasn't busy at all but the service was not good. Our service was very nice but everything just took awhile.

What a great I U spirited restaurant!!! Curt Cignetti was there Wednesday talking about the…read moreupcoming season. It's really cool inside! I loved the photo area up front that lets you pick different masks. The food is so good!!!! Get the sweet potato fries with ranch! The best! Crispy and delicious! The French dip was perfect! Great roll, pepper and onions and beef with the piping hot au jus!! The chicken tenders they make are awesome!! I wanted to try the cream and crimson cake but was so full! It sounded so good!! If you're an I U fan you must go here!

I got the chicken Caesar wrap which was really good - I usually go with a classic burger or some…read moresort of bar food. My service here yesterday was terrible though - my water was only refilled once and was empty a majority of the time being there. The environment of this place just screams Hoosier sports though.

Elevated to a Five Star. Several reasons why…read more First, the food is really good. We've had several dishes here and all have been very very good. They don't arrive quickly, but they're worth the wait. Secondly, there's a good variety of both vegetarian and meat dishes. Several were tried, including curries as well as tandoori. All were good. Thirdly, this is formal dining, and served correctly. Not plastic plates, not table service in a crowded noisy venue. Although it's a "sports bar", there is no cacophony of noise, although the monitors are distracting. Also distracting is the fact that the Edison lights sit low, and those seated can see these bulbs across their vision too easily. It's actually quieter than its competition, and there is stiff competition. Service is good and not overbearing, also not distracted by whatever the waiter/waitress is looking at on their phones. Parking is downtown, and therefore horrific on a good day, but there's a parking garage nearby. Recommended without reservation.

Great Happy Hour drink specials and a full bar. $4 High Noon. Wonderful service and clean dining…read moreroom area. The place was slammed with take out orders. I like sitting at the bar or in a booth. Chicken Tikka Masala Medium with Garlic Nann is an easy go to. I recommend trying g the Korma and they have many vegan and vegetarian options.

Sleepers is definitely a sleeper favorite in Bloomington. The bar has a nice chill, relaxed vibe,…read morewhich can be hard to find in a college town. The prices were also very reasonable for both food and drinks. You can get the typical no-frills bar food, but if you're just looking for a space to relax before an IU game I'm not sure there's a better spot in Bloomington. We had great service and our whole group kept talking about how it was such a great find. It's attached to a motel and can be easily overlooked when driving into town.

Sleeper, the owner, is really the star of this bar. If you want a place that's comfortable, chill,…read moreadult and slow-paced, this is it. It's often hard to find bars where you can go alone as a woman and not instantly be hounded or feel intimidated. Sleeper sets the tone for this bar and keeps it funny and respectful. I have gotten hit on there, but in a classy way - LOL. So, it gives me old school vibes, safe space and great storytelling. It's kinda not about the drinks or the food, it's really about the vibes, that you either get or you don't.

Roy's is a great bar. Got drink deals almost everyday for people who are looking to have fun. This…read morewas the only time I've had their food and can't say I was disappointed. The stars come from the atmosphere of this bar though.

Returning to Bloomington for son's graduation a 3rd generation Tattersfield IU graduate. Party of…read more10 included our 84 year old grandmother. We arrive early around 5pm to get an early table to handle our group. Service was good as was the food as we celebrated our son's achievement. Without notice we were advised that our table had been "reserved/purchased" and though we had open tabs and consuming actively, they insisted that we find another space in the now packed restaurant. It was now raining and relocating to another packed restaurant with an 84 year old grandmother was not an option. I am disgusted with the treatment provided to 3 IU grads, a former little 500 champion, and a large # of guests. It left a stain on an otherwise spectacular weekend. The Tattersfield's Will not be returning to this establishment anytime soon.

Classic Burger with Gouda cheese was excellent! He fries were crispy and had just the right amount…read moreof salt! My favorite French fries so far! The beer roasted salmon with the sweet potato fingerlings and shiitake mushrooms was very good. The silver skin was not completely removed from the salmon. There was not a lot of spinach. Would have preferred more spinach & less sweet soy syrup. Service was spot on! Server was very attentive and helpful with beer and food selections.

Love Upland Beers. 25 years of pure joy. Thank you. Food is…read morevery good a lot of choices on the menu. Ambiance awesome. Laid back vibe.

Fat Dan's no matter which location you go to is pretty consistent and also a safe choice…read more I always get the chicago dog and some type of side. The wings are really good. I usually go for the larger order. A few of my firends had the brisket sandwich and they loved it. They also said it was a bit oily and messy, it looked like it... Sometimes Ill get the mini corndogs, but the amount of ketchup they give you is a joke, so be sure to ask for extra in advance. The loaded tatertots is also a good choice to share with a group. Would always come back for something casual. Good lunch spot from the feedback my friends gave me.

Wow. What happened? This place I swore by not so long ago has taken a serious nosedive…read more Lunch with the kid again. Fun, right? Nope. They were a bit busy but it didn't seem like a huge crowd today. We sat outside again. I knew what I wanted immediately, and placed our order as soon as our waitress came over to greet us. A cheeseburger for the kid, and a pulled pork sandwich for me. I've never had theirs before. And I never will again. And fries. We got fries. The wait was insane. At least a half hour for very simple dishes. The kid got a tiny burger. Beef and bun. No cheese, no ketchup. I had to ask for cheese. Yes. They messed up a cheese burger. Then there was my pulled pork. It was literally inedible. I've since come to learn that it was not reheated properly, so the goo that covered every bit of meat was fat. It was served cold, for some reason, and the way it was presented on the menu, listed under a picture of some yummy browned wings led me to believe it would be a very different - and HOT- sandwich. The server did offer to take it back, but at that point the meal was ruined for me and I didn't trust them to make anything else, or make it quickly. I made it clear I was very unhappy about such a disgusting sandwich. She took all of 10% off my bill. Better than nothing, but a lot less than I was expecting. if this is how they're doing things now, I'm done with this place. Badly overseasoned fries... cold pulled pork... cheeseburger with no cheese... I mean, come on... and based on what little I caught from people at another table, getting food out seemed to be an issue for them. I'm not sure if any other places nearby that aren't just bars serve decent food, but if they do, you can definitely give this place a hard pass. Yuck.